Analysis of how Technology means for the Future

Globally, technology is growing at a rapid pace

Today's world is full of scientific breakthroughs that advance in a variety of fields at all times. There is a significant gap between how things were done a few years ago and how they are done now. In this sense, each industry is trying to ensure that modern technological innovation plays a greater role in its operations. The world would not be where it is today if it were not for technology, which has aided man in growth and development, medical programs, drought resistant and genetically modified plants, transportation, meteorological analyses, and other tremendous benefits in a variety of fields. If one has to stick to old ways of doing things thinking advancement in technology will reach a stand-still, then he has to rethink because technological-wave is not going to slow-down soon. But rather should be part and parcel of this revolution. More often, performing companies collapse and are even rendered obsolete once they do not adopt the changes in technological advancement. Therefore, technology can be termed as the better use and the well organization of scientific knowledge to improve the level of “know how” that involves all sectors that revolve around human life and activities. Comparing how things are done now and how they was done in the past, it evidently indicates the colossal benefits of future technology. The way people live, work, talk, communicate, in one way or another, technology plays a particular role. It is worth noting that, future technology is the pillar in which all sectors across the globe will anchor to display the revolution, the dawn, and the mega advancement in science and human skill. As such, the future will seem blurred if the changes and advancement in scientific innovations and high-tech is not adhered to. Technology means a lot for the future world in the development of a number of sectors if not all; medical, agriculture, transport, security, entertainment, industrial, and business sectors.

Analysis of how Technology means for the Future

Healthcare sector

With the current pace of advancement in health sector, there is a lot to expect in the future. Health care have already experience myriad technological innovations. But as a matter of fact, future holds more than the situation now. First and foremost, it is predictable that there will be continued mass production of drugs, dispatched to the close proximity of the patients, and reduced mortality rate. Patients will enjoy the cheaper prices due to economies of larger scale associated with mass production and also, accessibility will enable them get the drugs at their appropriate time (Fukuyama, 2003). High speed internet connections at homes will foster home-based real-time diagnostic of disease and treatment. This will also accommodate the use of health-monitoring devices at the patient’s home, instead of one being admitted at the hospital will recuperate at their home. Monitoring will be intensified by use of several health sensors that will be installed at the residential areas of the patients, therefore, making easy for people to keep abreast of their body changes. For example, the use of smart toilet will be able to detect the sugar level in the body. There is great strides already developed and better devices are expected to be pioneered that will be very intelligent. It will be able to determine patients-health situation and detect diagnosis giving advice to the patient without the presence of the medical practitioner. Information collected by this devices will be transmitted to the professional health caretakers and perhaps to online servers-cloud computing (Purtilo, Haddad, & Doherty, 2014).

In addition to that, mobile technology will make things even better, as long as patient mobility is concerned. Powerful smartphones are going to ensure that the patient receives health alerts everywhere they are located. Variety of smartphone-health apps will be available bolstered by new advancement of mobile technology. Furthermore, smartphones with the use Global Positioning System (GPS) navigation will enable patients during emergency situations get medical attentions from the nearest medical centers (Purtilo et al., 2014). Use of Radio Frequency Identification chips which will be implanted under human skin will serve as identification devices that will even give better health alerts beyond the use of smartphones. Genomics and genetics researches are underway that are tailored to providing ways of improving human genes besides preventing and curing diseases. That means that it will be able to remove bad genes that are normally hereditary and come up with superior genes (Topol, 2016).

There is gradual development of assistant robots in the world of health sector. In essence, with growing number of elderly age who need to be closely monitored to undertake basic medical procedures, it is inevitable for the health sector to embrace the use of assistant robots that will perform such functions. In future medical education will be transformed where the students will have access to effective learning materials. For instance, instead of reading huge books, virtual 3D will pave way and use of augmented reality will be put into practice (Weaver, 2013).

Despite of all these, problems are expected to also rise that includes, overdependence on technology that will make the medical practitioners lazy and maybe patients will easily loss their lives when the computerized system fails. Patient’s medical records will be vulnerable to distortion and malicious use due to uncontrollable works of hackers. Besides it is expensive to embrace technology and requires each person to fast adapt which might not be possible (Baker, 2009).

Business sector

Today business is becoming dynamic and it is changing rapidly; business competition is the order of the day and most business organizations have aligned themselves with specialization where providing quality and efficient products have become the focus (Buckley & Casson, 2016). Recent business development and innovations can just give one the glimpse of what the future technology holds for the business industry. Increased use of cloud computing is going to revamp business activities (Kim, Trimi, & Chung, 2014). Business organizations will seek third party computer server’s service that will enable the customers access their products through internet connectivity. Internet will be a place where the customer will meet the desired service and products. Smaller business will have the opportunity of using less cost to display their service and products to consumer and therefore competition that whittles across the leading and growing business companies will be boosted. Companies will be able to outsource their service and products to a larger pool of customers, who will have the control and agility of determining which product suits them best, just by a touch of a button and availability of internet connectivity. Most companies use software as a service for example “Salesforce and ServiceNow” but the trend is driving towards the use of infrastructure as a service in the coming years where customer challenges will be solved (Kim, Trimi, & Chung, 2014). Not only will the customer be the beneficiary, but also the business company will reap a lot from this technology as they will relieved of interruptions of downtime due to mere routine tasks like upgrading systems among other advantages.

Enormous amount of customer data is growing and businesses entities will make use of useful information captured and renovate their mode of meeting customer expectations. Products and services that satisfy consumer need will be designed and wastage of resources and time manufacturing products that do not get the attention of the customer will be a thing of the past. There will be effective and mobile real time communications software platforms where the business employees, managers, and the customers will be interacting as events take place (Buckley & Casson, 2016). Also, wide use of social media platforms by entire world population will keep business organization as effective and efficient as possible. As it is normally said “what goes on the Internet stays on the Internet” any negative reputation of the company will be available on the internet for any prospective customer to view. Whatever the organization will do that do not go well with customers will receive a series of hateful comments that might diminish company rating. Hence, business organizations will not undermine the impact of social media but rather stick to quality and good customer care service.

Looming less downtime if no downtime at all will be a thing in the future. Businesses will be operated on a 24 hour basis with no stoppage due to tiredness while human labor will be maximized appropriately. This will enhance larger production and bigger profits. Furthermore, the use of block chain technology will have been adequately developed and unleashed into the banking system (Buckley & Casson, 2016). Block chain will utilize cryptography as a cornerstone of money transactions and with this regard trust between two parties will be strengthen, for the mode of payment is a necessity when it comes to performing any business activity. Therefore, a breakthrough with the aforementioned technology will be welcomed with tremendous benefits in business sector specifically banking system. One can’t be novice and disregard the numerous advantages that accrue with use of technology in trade, commerce and accounting mainly because the future is threatening its existence in the market competition.

Incorporation of Information Technology (IT) departments among businesses enterprises will probably make sense to business organization. This will ensure the businesses will be kept informed about relevant technologies on what to use and adopt. Mere creation of information technology departments will not even be enough, highly skilled personnel to counter measure technological obstacles that includes cybercrime will be a need. Furthermore, sophisticated and powerful devices will be required to be administered to be competent with this challenges and this will be the beauty of future technological edge (Kim, Trimi, & Chung, 2014).

In-as much as technology tends to bring a lot of benefits challenges also arise along the way. Business can be halted by a failure of systems that might cause entire distractions of the entire business production. Activities of cyber security attacks has proved to be a major threat to technology and there seem to be no solution provided for the future technology. Besides, cost of acquiring sophisticated devices is a stumbling block and even if one can purchase still cost of maintaining and upgrading will another financial obligation (Buckley & Casson, 2016).

Transport and Communication sector

Transport and communication is the master of timeliness. Therefore, the future advancement in technology is bound to apply the use of magnetic trains. The ideal situation where being at job place at the right time without the hustle of traffic jam and a lot of benefits that comes along with no delays while travelling will be evident with employment of super faster magnetic trains. Such technologies have already been commenced by developed countries like Japan and China that has been characterized with exciting outcomes (Wang et al., 2014). It is unavoidable that more development operation will take place and every part of the world will not remain untouched with the fastest means of transportation. Though undertaking such projects may seem to be more expensive, with time, growing technology will eliminate the hindrance. As long as transport is the concern, autonomous vehicle, is another innovation that has already mushroomed. Vehicle manufacturing companies have embark on serious business of developing more automated vehicles. Idea behind this technology, is that human drivers have been replaced with robotic driver with more advanced features that encompasses a control in speed as needed, detect buildings, negotiate corners, and stop for other vehicles. Therefore, cases of road carnation will be completely controlled in the world.

Moreover, smart cars are the future transportation innovations. Smaller size cars will be the basis of smart cars taking up major idea of driving themselves. Smart cars have been already embraced by specific countries for many years, for instance “BMW i3” have been around for quite some time but there is chance to be utilized better in the coming years (Harris, Wang, & Wang, 2015). Air transport industry has experienced wider shifts where customer have make use online platforms where they receive information about payment of their travel, departure and landing times. In the coming years, when entire transport sector will be fully integrated, then, flexibility and efficiency will be depicted with air transport industry that will eradicate delays and hassle.

Big aircraft in size and intelligent are being designed by manufacturers that will cause less pollution to the environment. Perhaps, its environmentally friendly will be made possible by utility of green energy sources that comprises, solar panels, fuel and even other more sources will be invented in future. This airbuses are being tailored to provide salient features that makes the passenger experience luxurious and comfortable feature while travelling across various parts of the world (Harris, Wang, & Wang, 2015).

There is clear indication that wireless technology have taken roots into a number of industries and far-reaching consequences are envisioned to take a larger portion. No doubt that mobile gadgets will be incorporated well with wireless technology that will come with faster communication by using remarkable technologies like Voice over Internet protocol (VOIP). Industries have aligned their efforts in in designing wireless Wi-Fi hotspots within their places where their clients and customers will be located. To put it another way, Wi-Fi has become an essential need of most people while performing other obligations. Li-Fi wireless internet technology has been pioneered and currently undergoing testing that has shown faster speed of about 100times faster internet connection than the traditional Wi-Fi. That is just to say, both Wi-Fi and LiFi will play important role in all other sectors (Benkler, 2006).

Fiber optic communication technology researches are on progress to provide effective and affordable cost by the clients is ongoing and sooner than later it is going to be the thing to be used by most people. Currently, the world has been turned to a small village with wide spread connection of fiber optic network all over the world. Fiber optic is envisioned to have potential robust capabilities that will be in balance with the growing demand needs of customers. There are numerous examples to give a vivid picture of how fiber optic technology will promote if it take its intended position in the coming future (Wang et al., 2014). For example, with use of Dense Wave Division Multiplexing (DWDM), transfer of larger amount of data in terms of terabyte will be a reality and can be obtained cheaply by ordinary people. Downloading and uploading of data will be done in a matter of seconds, video calling through platforms like Skype will be boosted better by fiber optic technology. On the other hand, 5G network generation suited for smartphones is entering the communication industry, and when it will be coupled with the fiber optic technology customers will benefit a lot. Some people argue that availability of higher bandwidth with cheaper prizes can culminate to more wired connections (Wang et al., 2014).

Although efforts are underway to control how transport and technology pollutes environment still it will not be possible to realize perfect results. Intensive use of smartphones and computer devices for communication have and will be part of the reasons of rampant cancer infections. Effective means of communication will damage people interaction as traditional ways meeting to discuss issues will be a thing of the past (Whaiduzzaman et al., 2014)

Warfare and Security

Importantly, one cannot argue about the future of technology without mentioning situation of how warfare and security will be influenced. Developed countries have engaged and invested a lot resources in developing powerful weapons. Particularly, military operations will be equipped with high-tech ammunitions. However, it goes hand in hand with larger budget expenses in order to specialize in such projects. Terrorist activities will be surpassed and the world will be safer. Not to mention, development of nuclear weapons. One will argue that this will create more anxiety and instability in the world, but that should not be the way to view the issue. Instead, society need to mature and use the energy for good intentions. To illustrate this better, it is obvious that in the next decade current electricity obtained from traditional means other than nuclear plants will be inadequate for the rapid growing manufacturing firms (Naim, 2010). Hence, nuclear energy will increase the capacity to accommodate larger amount electricity needed and it is necessary for countries and the world to renew their views. It is true that it portrays dangerous outcomes if used for evil purposes but it will not make any sense if one can turn down this wave with mere belief that it can destroy the whole world. It is beyond reasonable doubt that in future solutions to mitigate the use of nuclear energy will be rolled out. International organizations like United Nations have continued addressing the matter and sooner relevant structures will be enacted.

Additionally, security will be harnessed by use of video surveillance systems that includes circuit-closed televisions cameras that will be installed in both private and public places. Police will be bestowed with the responsibility of monitoring and tracking down criminal activities. It is also considerable to note that, use of nuclear weapons will come with risks that will threaten life of human being due to effects of radiation.

Entertainment Sector

Another key aspect to remember is entertainment and games. Virtual Reality is expected to add good flavor to entertainment sector and bring out benefits such as, compelling memorable images while one is watching and listening to 3D dimension TV screens. Consequentially, 3D movies where one can enjoy watching everywhere is going bolstered the entertainment sector. A variety of TV channels tailored to satisfy different needs of viewers is already in forces. Nonetheless, advancement in technology has the ability to give more progress in entertainment industry. Considering, development stretches that has been done by companies like Sony and Netflix, it is worth noting that numerous potential entertainment changes are expected to take place. Games that utilizes the use of high speed internet connections are foreseen to make the world a better place of excitement and fun (Newman, 2013). Better entertainment facilities will eventually led to addiction. Children will stick more to playing games hindering their education.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Technology is the foundation of almost every aspect in the world. Technological innovations and advancement has sparked several shifts in the world and it is necessary that people should be ready at any point in time to be part of the change. As quoted by John C. Maxwell: "Change is inevitable. Growth is optional." Technological changes can't be prevented by any person. One can choose not to be involved with the wave but the outcomes are devastating. From the analysis it is evident that technology will provide more solutions to human being than the problems that will envisioned to arise. Future of technology is a wide topic that can be argued beyond what is contained in this paper Therefore, it can be look into in the basis of significant sectors that will directly or indirectly affect, and this has been addressed in this paper as healthcare, warfare and security, transport and communication, game and entertainment, trade commerce and accounting sectors.

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